Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 1 ½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs (Oreo-style or chocolate graham crackers)
- ¼ cup melted coconut oil
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 2 cups Greek yogurt (full-fat preferred)
- ½ cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 4 oz dark chocolate (70% cacao or higher), melted
For the Strawberry Swirl:
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and pureed
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp lemon juice
Instructions
1. Preheat and Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a bowl, mix chocolate cookie crumbs with melted coconut oil until well combined.
- Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the pan to form an even crust. Set aside.
2. Make the Cheesecake Filling:
- In a large bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Divide the yogurt mixture evenly into two bowls.
- Stir the melted dark chocolate into one bowl until fully incorporated.
3. Prepare the Strawberry Swirl:
- In a small saucepan, combine strawberry puree, honey, and lemon juice.
- Cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened. Let cool slightly.
4. Assemble the Cheesecake:
- Pour the chocolate yogurt mixture over the crust, spreading it evenly.
- Spoon small dollops of the strawberry mixture over the chocolate layer.
- Gently pour the plain yogurt mixture over the top.
- Using a knife or skewer, swirl through the layers to create a marbled effect.
5. Bake and Chill:
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside with the door slightly open for 1 hour.
- Remove from oven, cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours (preferably overnight).
6. Serve and Enjoy:
- Slice and serve chilled. Optionally, drizzle with melted chocolate or top with fresh strawberries before serving.
Notes
- Dairy-Free Option: Use dairy-free yogurt and coconut milk-based dark chocolate.
- Berry Swap: Substitute raspberries or blueberries for the strawberry swirl.
- No-Bake Option: Use a no-bake cheesecake base and let it set in the fridge.
- Storage: Refrigerate for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian